California Ag Today
Focused on keeping local farmers, ranchers, agribusiness men, and women up to date on agriculture industry issues that affect California's rural economy.
New Market Access for U.S. Red Meat
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Nigeria opens wider to U.S. beef and pork as trade remains top of mind.
California Specialty Crop Grant Applications Open for 2027
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CDFA is accepting concept proposals for projects eligible for $100,000 to $600,000 in Specialty Crop Block Grant funding.
A Potentially Historic El Niño Takes Shape
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What a strengthening Pacific climate pattern could mean for California agriculture.
Free Business Training Offered to California Ag Producers
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Business Launchpad offers nine weeks of training, coaching and networking for small- and mid-sized agricultural businesses.
Dairy Genetics Meet Beef Demand
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Research highlighted by Farm Bureau points to feedlot management opportunities for a growing segment of the cattle supply.
Citrus Greening Detection Triggers Imperial County Quarantine
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CDFA and USDA are responding after HLB was detected in a residential citrus tree in Calexico.
Cattle Industry Prepares for Border Reopening
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USDA’s phased reopening plans move closer as work continues to address the threat of New World screwworm.
Agriculture Has Billions Riding on USMCA
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Nearly $60 billion in agricultural exports went to Canada and Mexico in 2024
Almonds Put Brain and Metabolic Health to the Test
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California Almond Board-funded research finds potential benefits for adults with prediabetes
California Farm Bureau Earns National Communications Honors
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State recognized among the nation’s top Farm Bureaus for agriculture communications
California Winegrape Industry Funds Sharpshooter Fight
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Grower-funded board commits $820,000 to ongoing emergency response
Endangered Species Act Changes Take Effect August 20
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New federal regulations revise threatened species protections and critical habitat decisions.
FDA Authorizes New Tool Against New World Screwworm
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Emergency authorization allows CLiK Extra wound spray for prevention in livestock and certain wildlife.
California PFAS Pesticide Bill Won't Move Forward This Year
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Senate misses deadline to advance AB 1603.
Farm Bureau Warns Base Acre Proposal Could Cost California Farmers
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Policy group says mandatory update could reduce commodity program support.
USMEF Looks to Make U.S. Beef a Father's Day Tradition in Japan
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Creative holiday campaign aims to boost demand for U.S. beef exports
Researchers Explore Agave's Future in California Agriculture
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California Farm Bureau's Ag Alert highlights growing interest in agave as a drought-tolerant crop with potential beyond distilled spirits.
California Specialty Crop Growers: Have You Applied Yet?
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USDA's one-time assistance program is still accepting applications, but the deadline is just days away.
Beyond Predation: Researchers Study Wolves' Impact on Cattle
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New California research investigates whether wolves influence cattle health and ranch profitability beyond livestock losses.
USPOULTRY Opens Nominations for 2027 Environmental Excellence Award
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Family-owned poultry and egg operations have until October 23 to submit nominations.
UC Davis Research Explores Natural Bird Flu Resistance in Chickens
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New project could help identify genetic traits for healthier commercial flocks
National Award Seeks California's Veteran Farmers
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American Farm Bureau honors veterans who have transitioned from military service to agriculture.
Judge Upholds Confidentiality of Quarantined California Dairies
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Court says protecting disease reporting and biosecurity outweighs public disclosure.
USDA Plants New Roots on TikTok
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After years of federal scrutiny surrounding the platform, the Department of Agriculture is now sharing videos with the public.